148. The Doctor's Wife by Mary Elizabeth Braddon [Part 5]
The Hopeless Romantic Podcast: Happily Ever After Audio
Release Date: 10/31/2023
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148. The Doctor's Wife by Mary Elizabeth Braddon [Part 5]
The Hopeless Romantic Podcast: Happily Ever After Audio
Book Title: The Doctor's Wife Author: Mary Elizabeth Braddon Episode: Number 148 | Part 5 _______________________________________________________________________________________________ "The Doctor's Wife" is characteristic of Braddon's talent for blending domestic drama with sensational elements and is a prime example of the sensation fiction genre popular in the 19th century. It offers readers a thrilling and suspenseful tale of a woman's quest for the truth and her struggles in a world filled with hidden secrets and treacherous characters. ...
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147. The Doctor's Wife by Mary Elizabeth Braddon [Part 4]
The Hopeless Romantic Podcast: Happily Ever After Audio
Book Title: The Doctor's Wife Author: Mary Elizabeth Braddon Episode: Number 147 | Part 4 ________________________________________________________________________________________________ "The Doctor's Wife" is a novel by Mary Elizabeth Braddon, a prolific English author known for her sensational and domestic fiction in the 19th century. Published in 1864, the story revolves around the protagonist, Isabel Sleaford, who marries Dr. George Gilbert, a well-respected physician. However, the narrative takes a dark and suspenseful turn as Isabel becomes entangled in a web of secrets and...
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146. The Doctor's Wife by Mary Elizabeth Braddon [Part 3]
The Hopeless Romantic Podcast: Happily Ever After Audio
Book Title: The Doctor's Wife Author: Mary Elizabeth Braddon Episode: Number 146 | Part 3 ________________________________________________________________________________________________ "The Doctor's Wife" is characteristic of Braddon's talent for blending domestic drama with sensational elements and is a prime example of the sensation fiction genre popular in the 19th century. It offers readers a thrilling and suspenseful tale of a woman's quest for the truth and her struggles in a world filled with hidden secrets and treacherous characters. ...
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Book Title: The Doctor's Wife Author: Mary Elizabeth Braddon Episode: Number 145 | Part 2 ________________________________________________________________________________________________ Isabel's seemingly happy marriage soon turns into a nightmare as she discovers her husband's dark past, which includes an unsolved murder. As she delves deeper into the mystery surrounding her husband, she realizes that her life is in danger. The novel explores themes of trust, betrayal, and the consequences of uncovering the truth. ...
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info_outlineBook Title: The Doctor's Wife
Author: Mary Elizabeth Braddon
Episode: Number 148 | Part 5
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"The Doctor's Wife" is characteristic of Braddon's talent for blending domestic drama with sensational elements and is a prime example of the sensation fiction genre popular in the 19th century. It offers readers a thrilling and suspenseful tale of a woman's quest for the truth and her struggles in a world filled with hidden secrets and treacherous characters.
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About the author
Mary Elizabeth Braddon's prolific career extended beyond her writing. She was also an editor and a contributor to various literary periodicals, including Temple Bar and Belgravia, where many of her stories were first published. Her works continued to be popular during her lifetime and beyond, and she played a significant role in shaping the literary landscape of her era.
Mary Elizabeth Braddon passed away on February 4, 1915, leaving behind a rich legacy of sensational and domestic fiction. Her contributions to literature continue to be celebrated for their influence on the development of suspenseful and engaging storytelling in the 19th century.
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Additional Resources
The Doctor's Wife by Mary Elizabeth Braddon http://www.loyalbooks.com/book/Doctors-Wife-by-M-E-Braddon